September and October are still busy. Ticks are gearing up for winter, so they feed like they’re stocking a pantry. You might think you’re safe now that it’s cooler, but you’re not.
Even November can surprise you. A mild, wet autumn means ticks stay active longer. They don’t care about your pumpkin spice latte—they just want a tasty mammal to crash on.
What about winter? Do ticks hibernate?
Sort of. Ticks don’t hibernate like bears. They just slow down. On a frosty day, they’ll curl up and wait. But give them a warm spell in December—above 7°C—and they’ll come crawling back out. It’s like they’re hoping for a Christmas miracle (and your ankle).
Do Ticks Die In The Winter? – Insect Shield
So technically, there’s always a risk. But the real tick season is spring through autumn. Winter is their off-season—but they’re still lurking.
